| Dust mite vacuum cleaner |
| Pure Air has accordingly released the Raycop dust mite vacuum cleaner into Australia |
| Energy saving washing machine |
| Panasonic Australia's latest NA-148VG3WAU washing machine with ECONAVI technology |
| Entry-level dishwasher |
| Miele has released new entry-level dishwashers in their G4000 and G5000 series |
| For the laundry |
| Miele Australia has released their 8kg capacity W5000 WPS Supertronic Washing Machine and their 7kg capacity T8000 WP Supertronic HeatPump Dryer. |
| Induction cooktop |
| The Glem induction hob has four cooking zones with sensors that automatically adjust to different pan sizes |
| Kitchen scales |
| Whether following a recipe or a weight-loss diet, an accurate set of kitchen scales is essential |
| Latest bakeware |
| UK company, Zeal, has released a new range of high quality Silicone Flexi-Tech bakeware |
| See-through kettle |
| If you’re anxious for a cuppa you can watch the bounce and bubble of the water as it boils in full view with the new Breville 1.7-litre Crystal Clear Kettle |
| Upgraded dishwashers |
| Fisher & Paykel have upgraded their range of single door dishwashers to bring them into line with their DishDrawer design |
| Basins for wheelchair users |
| The Caroma Opal Sole basins have been designed with a greater projection from the wall and a shallower depth |
| Bath and spa collection |
| Caroma's Vitality bath reflects the latest trend towards rectangular styling with softer contours including a shapely headrest design |
| Chic showerheads |
| The Nikles Pearl showerhead range, available at Reece Bathroom Centres, is made with Swiss precision in Italy |
| Clever hand shower |
The innovative shower technology applied to the Hansgrohe PuraVida hand shower is concealed.. |
| Clever retrofit bathroom system |
| The bidet originated in France in the early 18th century and became the preferred method of washing throughout Europe |
| Customizing your shower |
| The quest for your own shower experience, whether it's a drenching wash in the morning, or a soothing, relaxed spa experience after the gym |
| Elegant vanity |
| New from Parisi Bathware and designed in Milan, the Jazz Console 91 vanity combines classic and contemporary |
| Freestanding baths |
| Caroma has added the Aura and Deva freestanding bath ranges to its Still collection |
| Indulgent spa bath |
| Kohler's Sok bath ($13,999) is for indulgence. Its deep reservoir ensures that you are completely immersed |
| Innovative tapware |
| The innovative Tahi Twin Lever extends the Methven Tapware design by bringing together distinctive geometric styling |
| Inspired by ancient forms |
| Kohler has drawn inspiration from ancient Chinese, Greek and tribal artifacts to create a collection of freestanding |
| Latest range of showers |
| Methven has released their latest Satinjet shower, Maku, which combines a compact design with great spray coverage |
| Mixers and showers from Germany |
Hansgrohe of Germany has developed an entirely new, innovative PuraVida range of mixers and showers. |
| New care technical manual |
| GWA Bathrooms & Kitchens have updated their Care Technical Manual |
| Petite designer tapware |
| The beautiful Milli Glance tapware (available from Reece) is an innovative range featuring more compact and slimline designs |
| RainBrain shower |
| The Hansgrohe RainBrain electronic shower control has an innovative coloured touch-screen |
| Scandinavian bathroomware |
| The VOLA brand belongs to the generation of design icons from the golden age of Danish design |
| Shower caddies |
| The five different Daya Design caddies are made from acrylic plastic in a range of clear and translucent colours |
| Solid surface basins |
| CIBO Design has been steadily building a solid surface bathroom collection that includes baths, basins |
| Solid surface baths |
| Solid surface technology is finding more applications in the bathroom. Its durability, long-life nature |
| Technical showering |
| Teknobili PLUS’ new ceiling showers, available from Reece, are not just aesthetically pleasing |
| The urban vanity |
| The Omvivo Urban range is a beautiful collection of vanities, inspired by evolving modern architecture |
| Three-piece tapware |
| Kohler's Oblo collection melds fluent curves with a distinctive obloid profile in a family of design-matched taps |
| Toilet backrest |
| Caroma has introduced a backrest into its Care range to provide back support while toileting |
| Toilets for the aged |
| The Caravelle Easy Height toilet suite, from Caroma, is ideal for aged care applications |
| 3-in-1 wall insulation |
| Kingspan Insulation has recently developed its Kingspan AIR-CELL Permishield, an innovative 3-in-1 breathable insulation |
| Bricks website |
| Building materials firm, Brickworks Building Products, has upgraded their website |
| Getting it just right! |
| HANDIY Products has come to the rescue of all trades with the development of their HanDIY Shim |
| Lightweight walling option |
| CSR's Cemintel Designer Series is an innovative range of durable, pre-finished, cement composite panels |
| Specialty trade boards |
| The latest additions to The Laminex Group's Trade Essentials range include Litecraft, Strandboard, Strandfloor and Triboard |
| Commercial vinyl flooring |
| The new Forbo Eternal project vinyl collection of five high performance flooring ranges offers a contemporary colour palette |
| Enhanced oak flooring |
| Able to withstand Australia’s variable weather conditions, Aubrey Oak Flooring |
| Floor protection |
| Madico has developed a range of products for protecting floors from scratches and dents caused by furniture |
| Timber floor options |
| Boral Overlay solid strip flooring is ideal for renovation projects, and comes in Australian hardwoods |
| Underfloor insulation |
| Kingspan Insulation has developed Kingspan AIR-CELL Permifloor |
| Air conditioning options |
| Given the expected lift in energy bills, most people would nominate energy efficiency as a most desired feature in an air conditioning system |
| Energy saving air conditioners |
| Panasonic has developed a new range of seven reverse cycle air conditioners featuring energy saving technology. |
| Portable air conditioners |
| Omega Altise has introduced four new portable air conditioners with advanced Aqua Chill and Double Condenser features |
| Adjustable height benchtop |
| Benchtop, table or bar, the K7 Cooking Island designed by Kai Stania for Team 7 can be all three |
| Amazing laminate |
| Laminex 180fx is a collection of premium decorative surfaces that combine the scale and beauty of natural stone |
| Bathrooms and kitchen website |
| GWA Bathrooms & Kitchens, supplier of fittings and fixtures, has developed a new website |
| Latest Formica surfaces |
| Reflecting one of the top interior design trends, the latest decors available in the updated Formica Gloss Panels and Vinyl Doors ranges |
| Porcelain kitchen handles |
| A new range of porcelain and pewter pull handles is ideal for French provincial and period style kitchens. |
| 3D home theatre projector |
| Panasonic Australia has released their PT-AE7000E the company's first Full HD 3D LCD home theatre projector |
| A simple mobile phone |
| The Seniors Mobile Phone, which comes contract-free, is ideal for the elderly and children |
| Cameras for the toolbox |
| BenQ has developed two new compact digital cameras and a new pocket-sized 1080p FHD camcorde |
| LCD home projector |
| Panasonic have developed a versatile LCD projector that allows you to enjoy Full-HD entertainment on a large screen |
| Acoustic rated fences |
| The development of the EvoWall Acoustic Fence Panel Wall (by Wallmark Modular Panel Fencing) |
| Fix leaking balconies |
| A common problem in apartment buildings is leaking from balconies into the interior of the apartment during very wet weather |
| For small lawns |
| Victa now produces a range of 40cm models that include all of the quality, safety and performance characteristics |
| Glass restoration |
| Glass pool fencing is subject to constant splashing from chlorinated, salt, or bore water that corrodes and etches the surface over time |
| Just trim the edges |
| Honda's UMK425 brushcutter series features Honda's clever mini 4-stroke engines in a lightweight, easy-to-use package |
| Lawn care book |
| Nigel Ruck is a local landscape gardener with vast knowledge and expertise on all things green |
| Outdoors fireplace |
| The Elba (imported from Germany by Pecan Engineering) is a multifunction outdoor barbecue-fireplace-pizza oven |
| Teak outdoor furniture |
| The Windsong collection of outdoor teak seats, benches and ottomans (from Tokens of Living) combines smooth curves and comfort |
| Dulux colour trends |
| Depth-laden blues, paprika and tonal shades reflecting natural, raw materials are predicted to be key directional colours |
| Easier painting preparations |
| When repainting a room does anyone look forward to sanding the ceiling? Uni-Pro has now made it a lot easier with their Genius TurboSand |
| Mix paint in seconds |
| Mix paint in seconds? Yes, that’s the miracle performed by the fantastic Squirrel Mixer drill attachment from Handi Home Supplies |
| Painting accessories |
| SHUR-LINE has introduced two new products for DIY painters for no-mess and no-fuss cost effective solutions |
| Professional DIY painting |
| The Accubrush Paint edger ($35) from Adicolor is perfect for edging and cutting-in around wall edges |
| Protecting edges |
| Protecta Group have recently released foam profiles for temporary protection on finished edges and surfaces |
| Roller tray improvements |
| Whenever cleaning a roller tray after painting, it can be very messy and it often requires a lot of water or solvent to get the tray clean. |
| Wall decor with bamboo |
| Bamboo Wall Panels of 3Dwalldecor add a special character to the wall. |
 
| Designer basins |
| The Alape Tangens basins take their cues from the human body with each design emulating the curve of a woman's back |
| Italian tapware |
| The Nicolazzi Adore range, available at Reece Bathroom Centres, is a collection of elegant tapware designs |
| Made in Italy |
| Paco Jaanson have unveiled their OMG collection of Italian bathroom tapware |
| Modern sink choices |
| The latest collection of Italian-crafted kitchen sinks from Smeg comprises three distinct looks |
| Straight-line tapware |
| Contemporary kitchens and bathrooms are filled with clean straight lines, from the tiles to the showers, to the fittings. |
| Black decor for the outdoors |
| Black can be successfully used around pools and garden areas to provide a sleek designer finish to outdoors rooms.. |
| Glass glazed tiles |
| The glass-glazed collection of large format tiles from Earp Bros ($99 per square metre) includes a delicately patterned range called Crystal Deco |
| Is it timber or tiles? |
| The Xialema range of Italian Timber look floor tiles available from ABL Tile Centre, is a new and luxurious tile |
| Kitchen splashbacks |
| Kitchen splashbacks have morphed into a key design element as a result of evolving storage solutions and new wall finishes. |
| Perfectly laid mosaics |
| Ezarri glass mosaic tiles have been engineered with a new Joint Point system |
| Quartzite look-alikes |
| Earp Bros has released a porcelain tile that replicates the textured look of quartzite |
| Eliminating butt joins in plasterboard |
| The RebateMate (from Wallboard Tools) is an Australian invention engineered to cut rebates along the edges of plasterboard |
| Multi purpose sealant |
| The Moroday Handy Seal multi purpose sealant (from Master Distributors) is a great way to fill cracks and gaps around the house. |
| The kneepad is connected to .. |
| Master Distributors have released two new Tommyco kneepads, reminding all of us, to look after our knees |
| Wet/dry industrial vac |
| A new version of Australian Pump Industries’ heavy duty 75-litre wet/dry vacuum cleaner has been developed |
| Automating your garage door |
| Chamberlain have developed a range of easy and affordable DIY solutions that can be fitted to existing garage doors in just a few hours |
| Bushfire rated windows & doors |
| In September 2011 new building regulations for construction in bushfire prone areas in Victoria were introduced |
| Designer curtain fabrics |
| Wilson Fabrics have launched a new designer brand, Wilson Studio, to cater specifically for interior decorators and designer tastes |
| Have a cool and private summer |
| Feeling a bit exposed to your neighbours? Well here’s a way to keep your house cooler through the hot summer and enjoy some daytime privacy |
| Motorized blinds |
| The latest battery operated LUXAFLEX PowerRise Platinum Technology allows the entire Luxaflex Softshades collection |
| Sealing windows and doors |
| Moroday Econo-Seal (from Master Distributors) is perfect for sealing gaps and cracks in windows and doors to prevent draughts |
| Smart lock |
| Parisi Doorware has introduced a new hook closing system, the Smart sliding door privacy lock |
| Timber look door seal |
| The new timber look Moroday Door Seal (from Master Distributors) can be used with timber doors and floors |
| Window glass options |
| There is a steady trend in building and renovating towards the installation of energy efficient glass in windows |
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